User manual MTD GS12VX

[. . . ] Read the whole manual and follow all the instructions to keep your new outdoor power tool in top operating condition. 9 PRODUCT REFERENCES, ILLUSTRATIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS All information, illustrations, and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice. Inside Back Cover SERVICE INFORMATION Service on this unit both within and after the warranty period should be performed only by an authorized and approved service dealer. [. . . ] Refer to them often and use them to instruct other users. If you loan someone this unit, also loan them these instructions. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information. sYMBOL MEANING • SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates danger , warning , or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs. sYMBOL MEANING • DO NOT USE IN THE RAIN Avoid dangerous environments. Never operate your unit in the rain, or in damp or wet conditions. WARNING: • WARNING - READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL Read the Operator’s Manual(s) and follow all warnings and safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders. € BLOWERS – ROTATING IMPELLER BLADES CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY Stop the motor and allow the impeller to stop before opening the vacuum door, installing or changing tubes or bag, or before cleaning or performing any maintenance. Secure the extension cord to the motor housing as shown (Fig. This prevents accidental removal of the electrical cord. 10 WARNING: STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS This unit is equipped with a three-way (OFF/ LOW/ HIGH) switch (Fig. 11): • Slide the switch all the way down for OFF. € Slide the switch up to the first click for LOW. € Slide the switch up to the second click for HIGH. Once the unit is plugged in, stand in the operating position (Fig. Slide the power/speed switch to LOW or HIGH to start the unit. To stop the unit, slide the switch to OFF (Fig. 11 9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HOLDING THE BLOWER/VACUUM Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position. Check for the following: • Operator is wearing proper clothing, such as boots, safety glasses or goggles, ear/hearing protection, gloves, long pants and long sleeve shirt • Operate power equipment only at reasonable hours— not early in the morning or late at night when people might be disturbed. [. . . ] Turn the bag inside out after initial emptying and vigorously shake out dust and debris. 4 L) TROUBLESHOOTING UNIT WILL NOT BLOW OR VACUUM CAUSE Bag full Blocked tube Blocked impeller Damaged impeller Dirty bag Torn bag Bag unzipped Unit unplugged ACTION Empty bag, as described in Empty the Vacuum Bag Clear the blockage as described in Clearing a Blocked Tube/ Impeller Clear the blockage as described in Clearing a Blocked Tube/ Impeller Take the unit to an authorized service dealer Clean the vacuum bag Replace the vacuum bag Zip up the vacuum bag Plug into an extension cord UNIT WILL NOT START CAUSE Unit is unplugged Power/Speed switch is in the OFF position GFCI in outlet has tripped (if used) ACTION Check cord to make sure it is plugged into an electrical outlet Slide switch to HIGH or LOW Reset GFCI If further assistance is required, contact your authorized service dealer. 15 NOTES 16 NOTES 17 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC (“MTD”) with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. MTD warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in material or workmanship. [. . . ]